Andrew Matthews, St. Lawrence University Baseball, Increased Mound Velocity From 82 to 88 MPH In 8 Months
At 6’2” 240lbs Andrew only topped out at 84mph with sub-par mechanics. The first thing we looked at was his mobility and relative strength as it relates to performance on the field. Andrew started with the ATP team in May. He’s now topping at 88 on the mound. Here is how we use the 90 mph formula to assess and progress our athletes in the gym and on the mound.
May 2019 #90mphformula Metrics:
Deadlift: 395lbs x 4
Chin Up: 2
Reverse lunge: 155 x 5
Long toss: 285 feet
Bodyweight: 240
Mound velocity: 82-84 mph
January 2020 #90mphformula Metrics:
Deadlift: 485lbs x 4
Chin Up: 8
Reverse lunge: 235 x 2
Long toss: 305 feet
Bodyweight: 225
Mound velocity: 86-88 mph
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